SWANSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Swanson Elementary is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Matanuska-Susitna Borough School District school district, located in Palmer, AK with about 488 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 2nd Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 26 teachers, Swanson Elementary has a student/teacher ratio of about 18:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Swanson Elementary is a public school located in Palmer, Alaska, serving students within the Matanuska-Susitna Borough School District. As an integral part of the local Palmer community, the school focuses on providing a supportive and structured academic environment designed to foster both intellectual and social growth for children in their formative elementary years.

The school emphasizes a well-rounded educational experience, encouraging student engagement through classroom instruction, extracurricular opportunities, and community involvement. By leveraging the resources of the Matanuska-Susitna Borough School District, Swanson Elementary strives to meet diverse learning needs while maintaining a strong connection to the unique culture and values of the surrounding Alaskan community.

For more information, contact Swanson Elementary at (907) 861-5300 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.